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05-11-2017, 01:47 PM | #1 |
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"The 21-inch front wheel has really transformed my RX3 for the better. The larger front wheel not only negotiates obstacles better; raising the front of the bike has also improved the performance of the shock absorber and the rear brake."
Spud, in which way did raising the front of bike improve shock and R. brake? Just curious. rj
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05-12-2017, 12:35 AM | #2 | |
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Here is a recent photograph of my RX3 with the 21-inch front wheel. The larger front wheel has lifted the front axle about 1.5 inches higher, which has placed more weight on the rear wheel. Placing more weight on the rear wheel shifts more suspension duty to the Progressive shock absorber, which is clearly superior in performance and suspension travel to the forks. Shifting more weight to the rear wheel also improves the power of the rear brake, and allows the rear brake to function more effectively without locking up. The improved rear braking is observable at all times, but is particularly noticeable when riding downhill on loose terrain.
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05-12-2017, 12:59 AM | #3 |
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I was originally shocked at the look of the 21 on the front of the rx3. Now have grown used to the idea and certainly know of the benefits.
How did you originally feell about the look after you first installed it.?
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05-12-2017, 01:13 AM | #4 |
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In my book, performance always trumps appearance. However, I have enjoyed the appearance of the 21-inch front wheel from the beginning, and I continue to enjoy its appearance. The 21-inch front wheel makes the RX3 look more like a dual sport bike, and more important to me, it also allows the RX3 to function more like a dual sport bike.
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